Southwest Rapid Rewards – Points

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About Southwest Rapid Rewards – Points

Southwest Rapid Rewards is the loyalty program for Southwest Airlines, founded in 1971. The program is designed to reward frequent flyers with points redeemable for flights, upgrades and other benefits.

Points earned on flights: Collect points for every dollar you spend on Southwest flights.
No blackout dates: Travel freely with Rapid Rewards! You can redeem your points on any available flight seats, no matter the date.
Companion pass: Rapid Rewards members earn a pass that allows a companion to fly for free.
Partner rewards: Rapid Rewards points can also be earned at Southwest’s partner hotels, car-rental agencies and retailers.
Tiered membership: Members of the program’s A-List and A-List Preferred tiers will score additional benefits.

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Terms & Exclusions

Exclusions: Cash Back is only available on the purchase of Rapid Rewards Points, powered by Points.com, not on flights.

Special Terms: Using coupon codes that are not listed on Rakuten may void Cash Back. To be safe, stick to codes provided by Rakuten.

Posting Time

Cash Back will be automatically added to your Rakuten account tomorrow.

Here’s how it works

Choose your favorite store.

Start shopping with Rakuten. Over 3,500 stores pay us for sending them shoppers.

We’ll take you to their site. You shop.

Make a qualifying purchase and we’ll email you when Cash Back is added to your account.

Earn Cash Back. Cha-ching!

Get paid via PayPal or check as soon as 15 days of your first purchase. Then get paid quarterly.

Shopping Secrets

Sign up for a Southwest Rapid Rewards Visa card to earn 100,000 bonus points after spending $4,000 in your first five months.
Cardmembers receive one free checked bag on Southwest flights.
You’ll earn 3,000 to 7,500 points each year on your account anniversary, depending on which card you have.

Cash Back Frequently Asked Questions

How can I earn Rapid Rewards points, and do they expire?

You can earn points by flying with Southwest Airlines or using Southwest-branded credit cards. You can also rack up points at Southwest’s dining and shopping partners, and by booking with the airline’s hotel or rental car partners. Points do not expire as long as your account remains open.

How much are Rapid Rewards points worth, and how can I redeem them?

Valuation estimates range from about 1.1 to 1.7 cents per point, depending on flight demand. Points can be redeemed for flights without blackout dates, gift cards, hotel stays, car rentals and more. The Companion Pass is a standout feature that allows a companion to fly free, other than taxes and fees.

Can you purchase or transfer points, and do they count toward status?

You can buy, gift or transfer points, typically in blocks of 500 (or 1,000 during promotions), with a daily max of 60,000 points combined. Points purchased or transferred do not, however, count toward elite tiers such as A‑List and A‑List Preferred or the Companion Pass.